Asset Health Manager

Careermine; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Discount Health Insurance

Gym Access

Internal Training

Career Progression

Job summary

WesTrac in Australia seeks an Asset Health Manager to lead the development and execution of asset health strategies across large Caterpillar fleets. You will partner with customers and internal teams to analyse performance data, identify opportunities, and implement proactive maintenance to maximize equipment availability and lifecycle value.

You will influence maintenance strategies, manage risks before production impact, and deliver executive-level reporting on fleet health.

Qualifications

• Experience in Asset Health, reliability, or condition monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and mining fleets.
• Ability to translate health data into operational improvements.
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset health strategy and proactive fleet performance initiatives.
• Analyse condition monitoring, utilization and performance data to identify trends and optimize outcomes.
• Develop asset management plans aligned to operational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Asset Health team.
• Provide strategic recommendations and executive-level reporting on fleet health using CAT technology.

Skills

Asset Health

Reliability Engineering

Condition Monitoring

Fleet Management

Maintenance

Product Support

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytics

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Cat Technology

Job description

About the Role

Reporting to the Fleet Performance Manager, the Asset Health Manager will lead the development and execution of asset health strategies that enhance equipment availability,, and lifecycle performance for customer fleets.

You will work collaboratively with customers, technical specialists, product support teams, and operational stakeholders to analyse fleet performance condition monitoring data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement proactive maintenance and availability initiatives.

This is more than a traditional asset management position. You'll sit at the intersection of technology, reliability, fleet performance and customer success, leading a team that transforms equipment health data into meaningful operational outcomes.

Working closely with customers, operational leaders and technical experts, you'll influence maintenance strategies, identify emerging risks before they impact production, and help maximise the performance and lifecycle value of some of the largest Caterpillar fleets in Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead WesTrac's Asset Health function, driving proactive fleet performance strategies that improve equipment availability and lifecycle value.
• Analyse condition monitoring, utilisation, and performance data to identify trends, mitigate risk, and optimise customer fleet outcomes.
• Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to develop and execute asset management plans aligned to operational and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce unplanned downtime, improve maintenance effectiveness, and maximise asset lifecycle.
• Lead an operational customer focused oil laboratory to identify anomalies that prevent customer fleet
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Asset Health professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Deliver strategic recommendations and executive-level reporting on fleet health, leveraging Caterpillar technology and industry best practice.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in Asset Health, Reliability Engineering, Condition Monitoring, Fleet Management, Maintenance, Product Support, or a related heavy industry environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy mobile equipment, mining or construction fleets, and associated maintenance and reliability practices.
• Proven ability to interpret equipment health and performance data and translate insights into measurable operational improvements.
• Sound understanding of condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, reliability principles, and asset management frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge of scheduled oil sampling laboratory operations.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence customers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Reliability, Asset Management, or a related discipline.

Why WesTrac?

At WesTrac, we're Made for More-more opportunity, more growth, and more impact. With a team of over 4,500 people nationally, we're united by our care for each other, our passion for building a better tomorrow, and our commitment to continual evolution.

We invest heavily in your development, offering access to our in‑house RTO(50737), dedicated learning pathways, and hands‑on experience with the latest Cat® technology and future‑focused capabilities. As one of the world's largest authorised Cat® dealers, you'll be part of an industry leader shaping what's next in mining and construction.

What we offer

• Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & more than 600 retail discounts, such, Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown. Purchased leave program and RDO options available.
• Health & Wellness - Discounted Health Insurance, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Flexibility through our award-winning WesTrac Institute
• Employee Referral Program - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus for applicable roles
• Additional Perks - Free parking, onsite cafe, bootcamp and yoga available at certain locations

Please note: WesTrac may commence shortlisting and interviewing candidates prior to the closing date and reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement earlier if a suitable candidate is appointed. Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check & Medical as part of the recruitment process.

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we're focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success. WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we're focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success.

WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognises the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.